Recipes from Albania

A variation of Albanian meatballs with a spiced tomato sauce and a generous cheese topping.

A flaky, layered pastry filled with a creamy cheese mixture, traditionally served with a side of yogurt or sour cream.

A flaky, layered pastry filled with a creamy cheese mixture and a baked yogurt sauce, offering a unique twist on the traditional Albanian byrek.

Classic Albanian meatballs served with warm bread, a staple in Albanian households.

A tender version of Albanian meatballs cooked slowly in a sauce, served with bread.

Traditional Albanian dish of lamb baked with yogurt and rice

Classic Albanian recipe with lamb, yogurt, and rice pilaf

A traditional Albanian savory pie made with layers of phyllo dough, cooked lentils, and onions

A classic Albanian dish featuring phyllo pastry filled with a savory lentil and onion mixture

A traditional Albanian cornbread made with cornmeal, yeast, and a touch of olive oil.

A simple and quick Albanian cornbread with a rich olive oil flavor.

A classic Albanian dish of baked chicken in a creamy yogurt sauce, served with rice.

A comforting Albanian stew made with chicken, yogurt, and aromatic herbs.

Roasted red pepper and eggplant spread with garlic and olive oil

Traditional red pepper spread with added paprika for extra flavor

A spicy red pepper and eggplant puree sauce from Albania

A creamy red pepper and eggplant sauce with a smoky flavor

A creamy Albanian dish of cheese, eggs, and tomatoes, often served as a side or appetizer.

A vegetarian version of the dish with added vegetables and a lighter cheese blend.

A savory pastry filled with a mixture of cheese and spinach.

A traditional Albanian pastry filled with seasoned ground beef.

Tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, a staple of Albanian cuisine.

Albanian meatballs in a savory tomato and herb sauce, cooked slowly to perfection.